2002 Honda CR-V 2.0L Petrol · RJ52 WLD

The 2002 Honda CR-V has a recent MOT history showing repeated issues with suspension components, brake pads, and corrosion, despite its low mileage of 107,307 miles (roughly 4,471 miles per year). The most recent MOT on 2022-09-01 recorded a pass, but it listed the same critical faults as the prior failed test on 2022-08-31, including thin brake pads, a missing rear diff bush, corroded suspension, and a damaged front wing. This suggests unresolved or recurring problems, with no clear evidence of repairs addressing these issues. A consistent pattern of wear is evident in the rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, which were flagged as excessively worn in 2022-08-31 and previously noted as having slight play in 2021 and 2020 MOTs. The rear suspension corrosion and missing diff bush also reappeared across multiple tests, indicating potential long-term exposure to moisture or inadequate maintenance. Brake pad wear was repeatedly cited, with both front and rear pads nearing or below the 1.5 mm minimum thickness in 2022, raising concerns about safety and maintenance history. The vehicle’s low mileage (4,471 miles annually) may suggest infrequent use or periods of inactivity, which can accelerate corrosion and component degradation. However, the persistence of mechanical faults over multiple MOTs implies that these issues are not merely age-related but may reflect ongoing neglect or unresolved repairs. While the 2022-09-01 pass indicates some fixes were attempted, the recurrence of identical faults raises doubts about the effectiveness of those repairs. The mileage context is ambiguous: low usage could mean less wear on high-mileage components like brakes and suspension, but the observed corrosion and repeated failures suggest the opposite.